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Antique French Tapestry Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Pictorial Design, 1920
Antique French Tapestry Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Pictorial Design, 1920

Antique French Tapestry Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Pictorial Design, 1920

Located in Norwalk, CT

A hand-knotted antique French tapestry rug with a pictorial design. This rug measures 5'0" x 6'10".  

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Art Deco Hand-Knotted Wool Rug by Jules Leleu, France, 1920
Art Deco Hand-Knotted Wool Rug by Jules Leleu, France, 1920

Art Deco Hand-Knotted Wool Rug by Jules Leleu, France, 1920

By Jules Leleu

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This traditional handwoven French Leleu deco rug has an overall eu-de-nil field with a profusion of delicate tiles checkered with alternating geometric icons, in a majestic turquoise...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

A superb example of early 20th-century French textile design, this vintage Art Deco rug-crafted circa 1920-is a masterful fusion of modernist abstraction and decorative grace.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

French Aubusson Carpet, 1920
French Aubusson Carpet, 1920

French Aubusson Carpet, 1920

Located in New York, NY

Aubusson carpet, France, circa 1920. Handwoven 100% wool.

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Floral Cream Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Floral Cream Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Floral Cream Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

This striking vintage Art Deco rug, woven in Europe in the 1920s in the North Indian style, embodies the decorative boldness and refined craftsmanship of the interwar period. Though ...

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Art Deco French Aubusson Rug by Rene Joubert and DIM, 1920
Art Deco French Aubusson Rug by Rene Joubert and DIM, 1920

Art Deco French Aubusson Rug by Rene Joubert and DIM, 1920

By René Joubert and Philippe Petit, D.I.M. Decoration Intérieure Moderne

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco French Aubusson rug by Rene Joubert and DIM, 1920 France, circa 1920 Designed by Rene Joubert Woven by Decoration Interieure Moderne (DIM).

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1.5x2 Antique French Savonnerie Oval Rug 46cmx61cm Floral Medallion Circa 1920
1.5x2 Antique French Savonnerie Oval Rug 46cmx61cm Floral Medallion Circa 1920

1.5x2 Antique French Savonnerie Oval Rug 46cmx61cm Floral Medallion Circa 1920

Located in New York, NY

From Antique Rug Collection. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Actual Size: 1.5' × 2' Metric Size: 46 × 61 cm Design: Oval Floral Medallion Specifics: Antique French Savonnerie, c.1920 Patte...

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Early 20th Century Persian Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ruhlmann Rectangular Wool Rug
Ruhlmann Rectangular Wool Rug

Ruhlmann Rectangular Wool Rug

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Berlin, DE

Wool rectangular rug with a red and black geometric design on a beige background. Provenance: Crosta Smith Gallery, London Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879-1933) was a French furnitu...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920 Antique English Needlepoint Tapestry Wool & Silk 7x12ft 82cm x 158cm
1920 Antique English Needlepoint Tapestry Wool & Silk 7x12ft 82cm x 158cm

1920 Antique English Needlepoint Tapestry Wool & Silk 7x12ft 82cm x 158cm

Located in New York, NY

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Actual size: 7'4" x 11'8" Metric Size: 224cm x 356cm Serial ID #: 20796k Design: Scenic Origin: France Age: Circa 1920 Category: Antique Pattern: Human figur...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Oversized Olive Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Oversized Olive Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Oversized Olive Rug

Located in New York, NY

Radiating understated sophistication and modernist elegance, this vintage French Art Deco rug, circa 1920, is a stellar example of the design revolution that redefined early 20th-cen...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

A superb example of early 20th-century French textile design, this vintage Art Deco rug-crafted circa 1920-is a masterful fusion of modernist abstraction and decorative grace.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Savonnerie French Midnight Black Carpet - c. 1920 (Size Adjusted)
Antique Savonnerie French Midnight Black Carpet - c. 1920 (Size Adjusted)

Antique Savonnerie French Midnight Black Carpet - c. 1920 (Size Adjusted)

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite antique Savonnerie carpet, dating from the 1920s, beautifully exemplifies the grandeur and decorative richness associated with classical French weaving traditions. Ins...

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Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Cream Beige Flatweave Rug
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Cream Beige Flatweave Rug

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Cream Beige Flatweave Rug

Located in New York, NY

A stunning example of understated Art Deco refinement, this 1920s French Aubusson rug beautifully bridges classical heritage and modernist sensibility. Woven by hand in France, the p...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug - Brown Flatweave (Size Adjusted)
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug - Brown Flatweave (Size Adjusted)

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug - Brown Flatweave (Size Adjusted)

Located in New York, NY

This striking French Art Deco rug from the 1920s captures the essence of early 20th-century decorative arts with its unique combination of modern abstraction and naturalistic ornamen...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu

By Paule Leleu

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional vintage French Art Deco carpet, circa 1920s, designed by Paule Leleu, daughter of renowned French designer Jules Leleu and an accomplished artist in her own right. Thi...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

This captivating French Art Deco rug from the 1920s is a masterful expression of the Modernist spirit that swept through Europe in the early 20th century. Characterized by its abstra...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

A masterful embodiment of early 20th-century French modernist aesthetics, this exquisite Art Deco rug from the 1920s is a rare and sophisticated artifact that captures the delicate h...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

This rare and captivating vintage French Art Deco rug, handwoven in the 1920s, embodies the avant-garde spirit and aesthetic experimentation that defined the early 20th century. Its ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Golden Tan Rug By Jules Coudyser
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Golden Tan Rug By Jules Coudyser

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Golden Tan Rug By Jules Coudyser

Located in New York, NY

This stunning vintage French Art Deco rug by Jules Coudyser, dating from the 1920s, is a sophisticated expression of early 20th-century French decorative arts. Showcasing the visiona...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

This striking French Art Deco rug from the mid-20th century is a bold visual statement, encapsulating the dynamism of the Art Deco movement with a fresh, modern twist. Woven circa th...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool, Handmade, 3 ft x 4 ft 4 in, Circa 1920 - 1C1202
Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool, Handmade, 3 ft x 4 ft 4 in, Circa 1920 - 1C1202

Antique Persian Heriz Rug, Wool, Handmade, 3 ft x 4 ft 4 in, Circa 1920 - 1C1202

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade Antique Persian Heriz Rug This is an authentic and charming antique rug, originating from the Heriz weaving area in the Azerbaijan region of Northwest Persia. Dating to the...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Tan Rug By D.I.M. - A Symphony Of Curves
French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Tan Rug By D.I.M. - A Symphony Of Curves

French Art Deco Vintage Abstract Tan Rug By D.I.M. - A Symphony Of Curves

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional vintage French Art Deco rug, attributed to the legendary design house D.I.M. (Décoration Intérieure Moderne), is a masterclass in early 20th-century modernist aesthe...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Slate Gray Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Slate Gray Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Slate Gray Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

This captivating vintage Art Deco rug, woven in Europe during the 1920s, is a striking embodiment of early modernist aesthetics. Showcasing the geometric rigor and rhythmic abstracti...

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional example of 1920s European Art Deco design, this vintage rug encapsulates the energy and innovation of early modernist aesthetics. Woven in Europe during the interwar p...

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

1920s Green Geometric Antique French Empire Aubusson Carpet 11'2"x16' Wool Rug
1920s Green Geometric Antique French Empire Aubusson Carpet 11'2"x16' Wool Rug

1920s Green Geometric Antique French Empire Aubusson Carpet 11'2"x16' Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

1920s French Aubusson Carpet in Empire Style ( 11'2" x 16' - 340 x 488 ) Antique Large Aubusson French Allover Geometric Flat Weave Rug, Circa Date: 1925. This exceptional French fl...

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Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

1920s Brown Geometric Antique French Aubusson Carpet 9'8''x15'3'' Woven Wool Rug
1920s Brown Geometric Antique French Aubusson Carpet 9'8''x15'3'' Woven Wool Rug

1920s Brown Geometric Antique French Aubusson Carpet 9'8''x15'3'' Woven Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9' 8'' x 15' 3'' - 295 x 465 cm ) Antique Large Aubusson French Geometric Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: 1925. This ...

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Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Art Deco French Rug, Wool, 1920s, 1.6' x 3.8' - 1C738
Handmade Antique Art Deco French Rug, Wool, 1920s, 1.6' x 3.8' - 1C738

Handmade Antique Art Deco French Rug, Wool, 1920s, 1.6' x 3.8' - 1C738

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Art Deco French rug from the beginning of 20th century. The rug made in wool and in original good condition. ?-condition: original good, -circa: 1920s, -si...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Wool

Exquisite Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Ivory Rug By Paul Follot
Exquisite Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Ivory Rug By Paul Follot

Exquisite Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Ivory Rug By Paul Follot

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in 1925 by the renowned French designer Paul Follot, this extraordinary circular Art Deco rug is an iconic fusion of early 20th-century elegance and cosmic imagination. Commi...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Louis XVI Carpet 9'8"x10'2" Wool Rug
1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Louis XVI Carpet 9'8"x10'2" Wool Rug

1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Louis XVI Carpet 9'8"x10'2" Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet with Louis XVI Inspired Design ( 9'8" x 10'2" - 295 x 310 cm ) Antique Aubusson French Allover Floral Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: Fra...

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Western European Rugs

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Wool

1920s Ivory Floral Medalion Antique European Flatweave Wool Chain Stitch Rug
1920s Ivory Floral Medalion Antique European Flatweave Wool Chain Stitch Rug

1920s Ivory Floral Medalion Antique European Flatweave Wool Chain Stitch Rug

Located in New York, NY

this Early 20th Century European carpet is a magnificent representation of the historic Aubusson design heritage. Handcrafted circa 1920, this investment-grade specimen commands the ...

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Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful antique French Art Deco Rug
Beautiful antique French Art Deco Rug

Beautiful antique French Art Deco Rug

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Very nice 1920-1930 French hand made velvet carpet with beautiful modern and Art Deco (Nouveau) design and Beautiful colours , wool velvet on cotton foundation ✨✨✨ "Experience the ...

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Vintage 1920s French Modern Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

1920s Antique Oversized Sand Ground Floral Medallion French Savonnerie Rug
1920s Antique Oversized Sand Ground Floral Medallion French Savonnerie Rug

1920s Antique Oversized Sand Ground Floral Medallion French Savonnerie Rug

Located in New York, NY

"This is a spectacular and exceptionally rare monumental antique French Savonnerie carpet, dating back to circa 1920. Measuring an impressive 14'2" x 24'8", this hand-knotted wool ma...

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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Pictorial Tapestry 96cm×112cm Medieval 3×4 Hunting Scene c.1920
Antique French Pictorial Tapestry 96cm×112cm Medieval 3×4 Hunting Scene c.1920

Antique French Pictorial Tapestry 96cm×112cm Medieval 3×4 Hunting Scene c.1920

Located in New York, NY

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Actual size: 3'2" × 3'8" Metric Size: 96cm × 112 cm Serial ID #: 10356K Design: Pictorial—Hunter, Dog, Foliage, Architecture Origin: France Age: Circa 1920 ...

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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Bidjar "Iron Rug" with Medallion 7.5' x 10.11', 1920 - 1C1210
Antique Persian Bidjar "Iron Rug" with Medallion 7.5' x 10.11', 1920 - 1C1210

Antique Persian Bidjar "Iron Rug" with Medallion 7.5' x 10.11', 1920 - 1C1210

Located in Bordeaux, FR

An exquisite example of Persian craftsmanship, this antique handmade Bidjar rug—often referred to as the "Iron Rug of Persia" for its legendary durability—hails from the 1920s. The p...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Camel Color French Floral Savonnerie Rug
Early 20th Century Camel Color French Floral Savonnerie Rug

Early 20th Century Camel Color French Floral Savonnerie Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Camel Color French Floral Savonnerie Rug France, circa 1920 A golden camel field filled with floral motifs arranged in a symmetrical, all-over pattern. Softly ren...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Beige French Savonnerie Art Deco Rug
Early 20th Century Beige French Savonnerie Art Deco Rug

Early 20th Century Beige French Savonnerie Art Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Beige French Savonnerie Art Deco Rug France, circa 1920 A minimalist rug with an open field design, featuring a warm golden-beige ground divided by thin, linear o...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century Handmade French Needlepoint Large Oversize Carpet, circa 1920
Early 20th Century Handmade French Needlepoint Large Oversize Carpet, circa 1920

Early 20th Century Handmade French Needlepoint Large Oversize Carpet, circa 1920

Located in New York, NY

An antique French needlepoint large oversized carpet handmade during the early 20th century. Spaced small stars fill the burgundy field while scrolling three-dimensional oak leaves f...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Savonnerie French Art Deco Rug, Salmon with Florals - Rug & Kilim
Antique Savonnerie French Art Deco Rug, Salmon with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Antique Savonnerie French Art Deco Rug, Salmon with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool and velvet, this 12x13 antique Savonnerie rug represents an extraordinary addition to Rug & Kilim's European collection—an exquisite example of French dec...

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Vintage 1920s French Persian Rugs

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Wool, Velvet

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage: Abstract Golden Tan Carpet
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage: Abstract Golden Tan Carpet

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage: Abstract Golden Tan Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Striking in its restraint yet undeniably glamorous, this vintage French Art Deco rug from the 1920s exudes timeless elegance and early modernist flair. The piece features a luminous ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Antique 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug with Florals - Rug & Kilim
Oversized Antique 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Oversized Antique 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug with Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool circa 1920-1930, this oversized 13x17 Savonnerie rug from France joins Rug & Kilim's Antique collection.

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Persian Gashkai Rug – 1920s Hand‑Knotted Wool Rug 3.5' x 5' - 1C1242
Antique Persian Gashkai Rug – 1920s Hand‑Knotted Wool Rug 3.5' x 5' - 1C1242

Antique Persian Gashkai Rug – 1920s Hand‑Knotted Wool Rug 3.5' x 5' - 1C1242

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A handmade antique Persian Qashqai rug from the 1920s, woven in wool and showcasing the bold tribal artistry of the Qashqai nomads of southern Persia. The rug features a striking hex...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Lavender Carpet By Jules Coudyser
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Lavender Carpet By Jules Coudyser

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Lavender Carpet By Jules Coudyser

Located in New York, NY

This striking vintage French Art Deco rug, attributed to Jules Coudyser and woven circa 1940, is a bold testament to the dynamism and decorative richness of early 20th-century French...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

1920s Brown Floral Antique French Savonnerie Carpet 13'x22'9" Knotted Pile Rug
1920s Brown Floral Antique French Savonnerie Carpet 13'x22'9" Knotted Pile Rug

1920s Brown Floral Antique French Savonnerie Carpet 13'x22'9" Knotted Pile Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th century French Savonnerie carpet ( 13' x 22'9" - 396 x 693). Antique Oversized Savonnerie French Floral Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: 1925. This mag...

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Rug By Paule Leleu

By Paule Leleu

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional vintage French Art Deco carpet, circa 1920s, designed by Paule Leleu, daughter of renowned French designer Jules Leleu and an accomplished artist in her own right. Thi...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Abstract Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

This captivating French Art Deco carpet from the 1920s is a masterful expression of the Modernist spirit that swept through Europe in the early 20th century. Characterized by its abs...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Oushak Rug, Gold with French Art Deco-Style Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Antique Oushak Rug, Gold with French Art Deco-Style Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Antique Oushak Rug, Gold with French Art Deco-Style Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 12x15 antique Oushak rug represents both one of the most exceptional finds of its provenance and a particularly rare influence of the Art Deco period in its design—a special, tr...

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Vintage 1920s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

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Wool

1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Carpet 6' x 8'3" Rococo Revival Rug
1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Carpet 6' x 8'3" Rococo Revival Rug

1920s Ivory Floral Antique French Aubusson Carpet 6' x 8'3" Rococo Revival Rug

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 6' x 8'3" - 183 x 251 ) Antique Aubusson Hallway Runner Wool Ivory Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exquisite French runner embodies the deli...

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Vintage 1920s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Red with Medallions, from Rug & Kilim
Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Red with Medallions, from Rug & Kilim

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Red with Medallions, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool and originating from France circa 1920-1930, this 9x11 antique French Needlepoint rug features a red field and floral medallions in navy blue, chartreuse green and ...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Tapestry Rug with Tulips Signed AS
French Art Deco Tapestry Rug with Tulips Signed AS

French Art Deco Tapestry Rug with Tulips Signed AS

Located in Milan, IT

The artists who were active during the first decades of the 20th Century very much availed themselves of the inspiration offered by nature. Colourful flowers have been a favoured dec...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Green Floreal Savonerie Circular Rug by Gabriel Englinger, circa 1920
Green Floreal Savonerie Circular Rug by Gabriel Englinger, circa 1920

Green Floreal Savonerie Circular Rug by Gabriel Englinger, circa 1920

By Gabriel Englinger

Located in Firenze, IT

Savonerie carpet made by designer Gabriel Englinger (1898–1983) representative of the model of aesthetic taste that spread in Europe and the United States between the “roaring Twenti...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1920-1930, this 7x10 antique French Needlepoint rug, features a beige field with taupe notes, and floral patterns in red and green.

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Art Deco Square Rugs by Jean Burkhalter Ocean Hues - Rug & Kilim
Antique French Art Deco Square Rugs by Jean Burkhalter Ocean Hues - Rug & Kilim

Antique French Art Deco Square Rugs by Jean Burkhalter Ocean Hues - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, this pair of 3x3 square rugs from France are an exceptionally rare 1925 French Art Deco rug by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau, featuring abstract painterly ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Antique French Needlepoint Rug in Beige with Floral Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handmade in wool circa 1920-1930, this 9x15 antique French Needlepoint rug, features a beige field with cream undertone, and orange and pink accents in the botanical themed floral pa...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique French Tapestry Verdure Birds Wool & Silk 1920 6x7
Antique French Tapestry Verdure Birds Wool & Silk 1920 6x7

Antique French Tapestry Verdure Birds Wool & Silk 1920 6x7

Located in New York, NY

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Actual size: 6' x 7'3" Metric Size: 221cm x 183cm Serial ID #: K64801 Design: Verdure & Bird scene Origin: France Age: Circa 1920 Category: Antique Pattern: ...

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Vintage 1920s French Baroque Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique French Art Deco Rugs by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau - Rug & Kilim
Antique French Art Deco Rugs by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau - Rug & Kilim

Antique French Art Deco Rugs by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-knotted in wool, this pair of 3x3 square rugs from France are an exceptionally rare 1925 French Art Deco rug by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau, featuring abstract painterly ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Soft Beige Carpet
Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Soft Beige Carpet

Doris Leslie Blau French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Soft Beige Carpet

Located in New York, NY

A captivating example of early 20th-century European modernism, this Art Deco rug from the 1920s embodies the dynamic energy and refined sophistication of the period. Likely originat...

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Rugs

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Wool

Rare Octagonal Antique French Art Deco Rug with Regal Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Rare Octagonal Antique French Art Deco Rug with Regal Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Rare Octagonal Antique French Art Deco Rug with Regal Medallions - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

A monumental treasure of the early 20th-century French Art Deco movement, this 14x15 antique French Art Deco rug and octagonal carpet is a rare and majestic curation like no other in...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Leleu French Art Deco Rug in Green with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Antique Leleu French Art Deco Rug in Green with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Antique Leleu French Art Deco Rug in Green with Floral Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Made with hand-knotted wool in France circa 1920-1930, this 10x15 antique French Art Deco rug is an extremely collectible piece from Leleu Decorateur—the work of an iconic family lab...

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Vintage 1920s French Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Antique 20th Century French Art Deco Rug in Beige with Bold Design - Rug & Kilim
Antique 20th Century French Art Deco Rug in Beige with Bold Design - Rug & Kilim

Antique 20th Century French Art Deco Rug in Beige with Bold Design - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 8x11 antique French Art Deco rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim's European rug collection. Hand-knotted in wool, circa 1930, the piece showcases a striking geome...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265
Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265

Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, Wool, 1920s, 4.0 x 2.2 ft -1C1265

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Chinese Art Deco rug from the 1920s is a striking example of early 20th-century design, blending traditional symbolism with bold, modern aesthetics characterist...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Rug, 20th Century, Carpet for the Paquebot "Le Paris" in 1920
Rug, 20th Century, Carpet for the Paquebot "Le Paris" in 1920

Rug, 20th Century, Carpet for the Paquebot "Le Paris" in 1920

By Suzanne Lalique

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very beautiful and rare carpet of 1920, from an original cartoon of Suzanne Lalique (1892-1989) for the liner "Le Paris" which makes its first crossing in 1921. It is at th...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Aubusson Carpet Style Louis XVI
French Aubusson Carpet Style Louis XVI

French Aubusson Carpet Style Louis XVI

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W 124.02 in L 163.39 in

French Aubusson Carpet Style Louis XVI

Located in Paris, FR

French Aubusson carpet style Louis XVI The decor of this carpet was very famous in the French castle during all the 18th century period. Design is typical Louis XVI, made of inte...

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period of Ivan da Silva Bruhns
Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period of Ivan da Silva Bruhns

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period of Ivan da Silva Bruhns

By Ivan da Silva Bruhns

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very rare and amazing carpet signed by Ivan da Silva Bruhns (1881-1980), Art Deco period. This carpet was probably ordered for a residence of the French counter of Shanghai. The ideo...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, by Pierre Chareau
Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, by Pierre Chareau

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, by Pierre Chareau

By Pierre Chareau

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Rare and beautiful period carpets in the pure Art Deco style, designed by Pierre Chareau (1883-1950) in the 1920s-1930s for his friend's salon Doctor and musician at his hours, Jean ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period by Edouard Benedictus
Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period by Edouard Benedictus

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period by Edouard Benedictus

By Edouard Benedictus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Édouard Bénédictus was born on June 29, 1878 of parents of Dutch origin. His aunt is Judith Gautier, daughter of the writer Théophile Gautier. It is she who tries to divert her from ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Carpet Signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont
Rug, 20th Century, Carpet Signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont

Rug, 20th Century, Carpet Signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont

By Jean-Georges Beaumont

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very beautiful and rare carpet signed by Jean-Georges Beaumont (1895-1978), Art Deco period, circa 1925. Artist and creator of French textile art. Between 1919 and 1939, Beaumont wo...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, the Carpet "Centimetre" attr. Eileen Grey
Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, the Carpet "Centimetre" attr. Eileen Grey

Rug, 20th Century, Art Deco Period, the Carpet "Centimetre" attr. Eileen Grey

By Eileen Gray

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This carpet is made after one of the versions of the carpet "centimetre" designed by Eileen Grey for the villa E-1027, located in Roquebrune on the Riviera, by the architec...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug Art Deco Period by Ivan da Silva Bruhns, 20th Century
Rug Art Deco Period by Ivan da Silva Bruhns, 20th Century

Rug Art Deco Period by Ivan da Silva Bruhns, 20th Century

By Jules Leleu

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Carpets of Art Deco period, made in continental Europe, whose design is directly inspired by the tissues of the basin of the Congo River. Tapis d'époque Art De´co, de fabrication ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Antique French Aubusson Floral Flat-Weave Rug, circa 1920
Antique French Aubusson Floral Flat-Weave Rug, circa 1920

Antique French Aubusson Floral Flat-Weave Rug, circa 1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Aubusson rug features flat-weave construction with central medallion and all-over floral design, dominating colors include green, ivory, gold and rose, circa 1920 M...

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20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Ivory Wool Rug with Pastel Colors Signed Solange Patry-Biè
French Art Deco Ivory Wool Rug with Pastel Colors Signed Solange Patry-Biè

French Art Deco Ivory Wool Rug with Pastel Colors Signed Solange Patry-Biè

Located in Milan, IT

Solange Patry-Biè was a French artist from the 1920's who was principally known for her porcelain design work in Limoges. She also designed two carpets in the late 20's for the famou...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Outstanding Early 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug
Outstanding Early 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug

Outstanding Early 20th Century French Savonnerie Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An outstanding early 20th century French Savonnerie rug with a neoclassical pattern containing a central gold flower with multiple bouquets including large pink roses and other flowe...

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Large Handwoven French Aubusson Style Floral Carpet, circa 1920
Antique Large Handwoven French Aubusson Style Floral Carpet, circa 1920

Antique Large Handwoven French Aubusson Style Floral Carpet, circa 1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique and large handwoven wool Aubusson style carper features floral and scroll central medallion border, circa 1920 Measures: 12' x 9' (144" x 108").

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20th Century French More Carpets

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Wool

Handmade Antique French Flanders Art Deco Rug, 1920s, 1P60
Handmade Antique French Flanders Art Deco Rug, 1920s, 1P60

Handmade Antique French Flanders Art Deco Rug, 1920s, 1P60

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Antique French Art Deco rug with the symbol of Flanders. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century in original good condition. The rug made in wool, it is machine made. - Cond...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Geometric Rug
French Art Deco Geometric Rug

French Art Deco Geometric Rug

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W 98.43 in L 137.8 in

French Art Deco Geometric Rug

Located in Milan, IT

A rare and original French Art Deco rug featuring a characteristic geometric pattern. Designs such as the one seen here are influenced by Cubism and often seen on carpets such those ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Art Deco Geometric Rug
Antique French Art Deco Geometric Rug

Antique French Art Deco Geometric Rug

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W 98.43 in L 137.8 in

Antique French Art Deco Geometric Rug

Located in Milan, IT

A rare and original French Art Deco rug featuring a characteristic geometric pattern. Designs such as the one seen here are influenced by Cubism and often seen on carpets such those ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M
Antique French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M

Antique French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M

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W 57.09 in L 96.46 in

Antique French Art Deco Rug by D.I.M

By D.I.M. Decoration Intérieure Moderne

Located in Milan, IT

The quest for innovation that characterized the early years of the Art Deco period can be seen in much of the textile art of that era. D.I.M. (an acronym for Décoration Intérieure Mo...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Pair of French Art Deco Rugs from 1920's. Size: 2 ft 9 in x 4 ft 8 in (each)
Pair of French Art Deco Rugs from 1920's. Size: 2 ft 9 in x 4 ft 8 in (each)

Pair of French Art Deco Rugs from 1920's. Size: 2 ft 9 in x 4 ft 8 in (each)

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully simplistic pair of French Art Deco rugs, Origin: France, date circa early 20th century. Size: 2 ft 9 in x 4 ft 8 in (0.84 m x 1.42 m).

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 4.1' x 7' - 1B987
Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 4.1' x 7' - 1B987

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool – 4.1' x 7' - 1B987

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This striking antique rug is a quintessential example of the "Chinese Art Deco" movement of the 1920s. During this era, traditional Chinese weaving merged with Western Deco sensibili...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug, Plum & Florals, c. 1920s — 8'10"×11'6" -1B996
Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug, Plum & Florals, c. 1920s — 8'10"×11'6" -1B996

Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug, Plum & Florals, c. 1920s — 8'10"×11'6" -1B996

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A breathtaking antique hand-knotted Chinese Art Deco rug, woven circa 1920s — one of the most celebrated and collectible periods in the history of Chinese carpet weaving, when Wester...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988
Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988

Antique 1920s Chinese Art Deco Scatter Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 3.1' x 5' - 1B988

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This charming antique scatter rug represents the elegant simplicity of the 1920s Art Deco movement in Chinese weaving. Unlike the larger room-sized rugs of the era, these smaller for...

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Vintage 1920s French Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Art Deco Rug Attributed to Ivan da Silva Bruhns
French Art Deco Rug Attributed to Ivan da Silva Bruhns

French Art Deco Rug Attributed to Ivan da Silva Bruhns

By Ivan da Silva Bruhns

Located in Milan, IT

The rare examples which can be attributed to Ivan da Silva Bruhns (1881-1980) are among the most sought after French Art Deco carpets. Characterized by geometric elements clearly inf...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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French Art Deco Rug Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau Circa 1925
French Art Deco Rug Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau Circa 1925

French Art Deco Rug Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau Circa 1925

By Jean Burkhalter

Located in Milan, IT

An extremely rare Art Deco rug designed in 1925 by Jean Burkhalter and commissioned by Pierre Chareau for a seaside mansion on the island of Corsica. This example, which is in mint c...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.8' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q34
Handmade Vintage Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.8' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q34

Handmade Vintage Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.8' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q34

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This is a stunning antique antique Persian Shiraz rug, handmade with wool material in the 1920s. It measures 3.8 feet by 4.9 feet (117cm x 150cm) and features a traditional Shiraz st...

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Vintage 1920s French Persian Rugs

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Wool

Pair of French Art Deco Rugs Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau
Pair of French Art Deco Rugs Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau

Pair of French Art Deco Rugs Designed by Jean Burkhalter for Pierre Chareau

By Jean Burkhalter

Located in Milan, IT

An extremely rare Art Deco rug designed in 1925 by Jean Burkhalter and commissioned by Pierre Chareau for a seaside mansion on the island of Corsica. This pair, which is in mint cond...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Western European Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.9' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q62
Handmade Antique Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.9' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q62

Handmade Antique Persian Style Shiraz Rug 3.9' x 4.9', 1920s, 1Q62

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Elevate your home with the timeless charm of this Handmade Antique Persian Style Shiraz Rug. Dating back to the 1920s, this rug measures 3.9' x 4.9', making it a versatile and stylis...

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Vintage 1920s French Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug 4.6' x 6', 1920s - 1Q56
Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug 4.6' x 6', 1920s - 1Q56

Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug 4.6' x 6', 1920s - 1Q56

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Elevate the aesthetic of your living space with this Handmade Antique Persian Style Karajeh Rug, a captivating piece from the 1920s that exudes both history and beauty. Key Features...

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Vintage 1920s French Persian Rugs

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Handmade Antique Persian Style Mahal Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.1', 1920s, 1Q57
Handmade Antique Persian Style Mahal Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.1', 1920s, 1Q57

Handmade Antique Persian Style Mahal Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.1', 1920s, 1Q57

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Enhance your home with the enchanting beauty of this Handmade Antique Persian Style Mahal Runner Rug. Dating back to the 1920s, this rug brings a touch of history and artistry to you...

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Vintage 1920s French Persian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Antique Persian Style Kurdish Runner Rug 3' x 10.4', 1920s, 1Q50
Handmade Antique Persian Style Kurdish Runner Rug 3' x 10.4', 1920s, 1Q50

Handmade Antique Persian Style Kurdish Runner Rug 3' x 10.4', 1920s, 1Q50

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Bring a piece of history into your home with this Handmade Antique Persian Style Kurdish Runner Rug. Woven in the 1920s, it tells a story of time, culture, and artistry. Key Feature...

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Vintage 1920s French Persian Rugs

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Wool

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1920 French Wool Rugs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1920 French wool rugs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric and wool, all 1920 French wool rugs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of 1920 French wool rugs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1920 French wool rugs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Modern and Arts and Crafts 1920 French wool rugs are of considerable interest. D.I.M. Decoration Intérieure Moderne, Eileen Gray and Maurice Dufrêne each produced beautiful 1920 French wool rugs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1920 French Wool Rugs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $17,303, while they’re typically $950 on the low end and $190,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Rugs And Carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.